StoneMtn Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 I think I've seen him play at some huge shows, like maybe Sarstock and/or Live 8 or something. I seem to recall he's actually pretty cool, and Canadian (which I always like). I really don't remember anything about his performance, though, other than that I think he has poofy hair.As it happens, he's playing in Bala this Saturday, and I'm going to be there, anyway. I was thinking of possibly hitting up this show for something to do.Has anyone seen him? Is he too "poppy"? I'm listening to a sample song from his site, and he sounds pretty cool, with a bit of a Beta Band sound. Anyone have any comments from seeing him live? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 I think James McKenty And The Spades are opening up that show*, and they're worth seeing on their own. (Click here for live Spades recordings.)Aloha,Brad* The Roberts/Spades line-up is actually there Friday and Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phishtaper Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 saw him open for the Hip in 2002 and at Hillside in 2005. personally, i think he's commercially boring, but loads of people love him. so, maybe Im wrong. maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 He looks like NewRider. I'm not sure if that will encourage or discourage you from attending. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted August 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Hmmmm. Interesting. I've meant to see The Spades for a few years anyway.I suspect phishtaper has a point about Sam Roberts, which is why I asked if he's too poppy, but options are slim in the Muskokas when it comes to nightlife, so I'm pretty lenient at the moment, and flexible on who I might be willing to see on Saturday.Anyone else see him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted August 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 New Rider also has poofy hair? Cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 commercially boring? i'm not sure what that means.anyways, i think you'll have a good time if you go. good songs, great performer, sweaty, good time rock and roll. i've never been disappointed by his shows, i've seen him in small clubs and huge outdoor places like sarsfest and the blues festival, among others.not all that complex musically, but great party music rarely is. you'll definitely recongnize some songs. Brother Down, Don't Walk Away Eileen, Bridge to Nowhere - these are some of his bigger hits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamH Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 I like him. Depending on the size of the show he can be pretty fun if you're in the mood for it. As I recall StoneMtn you don't usually drink at concerts so Sam may not quite be what you're looking for when sober. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 ditto to AD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamilton Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Sam Roberts: NewRider: Has anyone ever seen them in the same room together? I didn't think so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 good songs, great performer, sweaty, good time rock and roll.not all that complex musically, but great party music rarely is.From what I know about Sam, this sounds like an accurate description. If I were in the Muskokas this weekend, I'm not sure I'd go to see him on his own, but I sure wouldn't be bummed to see a show with The Spades opening for him.Aloha,Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 if i were in the neighbourhood and he was playing, regardless of opening act, i would go. when i said 'not all that complex' i didn't mean it's 3-chord pop ditties, i meant that it's not zappa or coltrane. two other big hits are 'where have all the good people gone?' and 'hard road'he has won 4 junos, if that means anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Low Roller Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 I've always enjoyed Sam Roberts. His first album is still a fun one that gets some rotation in my oversaturated music collection. I do however recall Dave-O and Stapes violently protesting the album while driving in my car.There you go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagochips Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 For my tastes, the dude is boring and overrated. That said, he's a radio-friendly ladies man and I'm not the target audience. The Spades are a lot of fun.How is fathering treating you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. J Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Last time these two bands hooked up Sam joined The Spades on stage for a pretty cool version of Neil's Powderfinger. Good times.I think you'd enjoy it StnMtn. Either way, it's good to see you back on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted August 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Okay, I think my decision will depend on how much I feel like going out on Saturday. It sounds like a potentially decent-time. As peace lizard alluded to, I am a new father and don't get much opportunity to go out these days. As it happens, though, my mother lives in the Muskokas so I have a captive babysitter on Saturday, which is why I'm sort of looking for something to do.peace lizard: Being a Dad rocks. Vanessa is doing great, and the pets are being great with her. I can't wait for you to meet her. (Can you believe I'm in charge of the life of another human being? Who woulda thought?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagochips Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Scary shit bro! I'm sure you'll be a fine Daddy ... at least until she hits her teens. I'm changing apartments here in Ottawa on Friday, but after that I'll have some free time to travel. I'll definitely make the trip down to meet Vanessa once you guys are up for visitors. Maybe I can convince Velvet to drive me. Send me some photos. Go to the show, see the Spades, you'll have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 i have a feeling that if the sam roberts band was up and coming without accolades, hits and videos but with the same songs, people would still be all over it. just my feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneMtn Posted August 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 peace lizard; some photos: Link to some photos of Vanessa (and other, less important people) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamH Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 i have a feeling that if the sam roberts band was up and coming without accolades, hits and videos but with the same songs, people would still be all over it. just my feeling. It's more than a feeling it's a downright astute observation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hal Johnson Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 isnt that what's already happened to the guy? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 now i'm confused too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamH Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 That is to say his meritorious singing/songwriting skills speak for themselves, and it doesn't take Junos and pats on the back to prove anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 ah yes - that's what i was going for. you said it better than I. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now